ResNet - How to connect to Resnet in the Residence Halls
How to connect to the Internet via ResNet
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside, through the Office of Housing and Residence Life, provides network connection services in student rooms, apartments, suites and other university-owned housing facilities.
Use of ResNet is a privilege, and it is the responsibility of each user to utilize these services appropriately. Violation of any policies may result in immediate disconnection from the network, student conduct sanctions, and/or monetary fines and criminal sanctions from local, state or federal authorities.
Although we have tried to maximize wireless coverage, due to furniture placement, building construction and the nature of wireless, some areas (even within 2-3 feet) may have very different signal strengths.
UWP-ResNet wireless connections are available at:
- University Apartments
- Pike River Suites
- Ranger Hall
To connect to the wireless network in Residence Life (and on campus), your device must be equipped with a wireless network card. To make the initial connection you will need to have the following information:
- SSID: UWP-ResNet (case sensitive)
Configuration & Internet Connection
- To make a connection to ResNet, your computer must have DHCP enabled. This is turned on by default.
Connecting to ResNet
To connect your device to ResNet, you are required to register your device(s) on the portal located at https://mydevices.uwp.edu. You may register your device(s) while connected to wireless anywhere on campus.
Option 1: Connect your laptop, desktop or phone to either eduroam or UWP-Guest then navigate to https://mydevices.uwp.edu. Login using your parkside email address and password. To add your device, click Add and fill in the required fields. Once you have your device(s) registered, you may connect your device to UWP-ResNet.
Option 2: If you connect to UWP-ResNet and your device is not yet registered, you should be redirected automatically to https://mydevices.uwp.edu. Login using your parkside email address and password. Add your device mac address to the portal. Once you have added your device, you will need to disconnect from wireless and reconnect manually. Once reconnected, you should have access to the internet.
Important Notes:
- It is recommended to connect your laptop, desktop and/or phone to the eduroam SSID. You should use your full Parkside email account as your username and your password. This will allow you to stay connected while roaming across campus as it is available in all campus facilities.
- UWP-ResNet should be used for devices such as Gaming Consoles, Smart TVs, or any other device that does not support a login page on wireless.
- If you notice wireless connection issues, especially after traveling through campus, it is strongly recommended that you turn off your wireless, then turn it back on again. If you are connected to an access point that isn’t the closest one available (from moving around campus), there can appear to be a weak or no signal, and it may appear as if ResNet is not working properly. Turing your wireless connection off, then on again should help. Finally, take note that the more devices connected to a single access point, the slower the connection can be, which is one reason why wired connections are recommended, if available.
- Some devices are not permitted on the campus network, as they result in causing interference with campus access points, resulting in degraded connections for other residences. These devices include, but are not limited to: wireless printers (local connection should be used), wireless routers and extenders, hubs, switches.
- There is a 10 device limit per account.
- The account that the device is registered under will be held responsible for activity of that device.